Suzuki DR-Z 125L
- Production years
- 2003–2016
- Brand
- Suzuki
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SUZUKI DR-Z125L (2005-2006)
Selected year: 2016
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 124 cm³
- Power
- 12 hp (9 kW)
- Wet weight
- 89 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
Overview
The Suzuki DR-Z 125L is a dual-sport motorcycle from the DR-Z family, produced from 2003 through 2016. The 2016 model has a 124 cm³, air-cooled, four-stroke single producing 12 hp (9 kW), and weighs 89 kg wet or 80 kg dry.
At 89 kg wet, it is light to maneuver at low speeds, while 260 mm of ground clearance helps when the route gets rough. The 805 mm seat height places the rider fairly high above the ground, and the 4.2 L fuel tank means less fuel on board between stops.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Engine capacity
- 124 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Ignition
- Digital CDI ignition
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Starting
- Kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 12 hp (9 kW)
- Power weight ratio
- 0.1500 HP/kg (dry)
- Clutch
- Rack and pinion manual clutch
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Dry weight
- 80 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.2 L
- Ground clearance
- 260 mm
- Overall height
- 1,110 mm
- Overall length
- 1,885 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Wet weight
- 89 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,270 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- High rigidity steel pipe
- Front suspension
- Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
- Rear suspension
- Link type, coil spring, oil damped
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 70/100-19
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear tyre
- 90/100-16
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Champion Yellow/Solid Black
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2009
Engine capacity: 124 cm³ → 125 cm³; Fuel capacity: 6.6 L → 4.8 L
2010
Engine capacity: 125 cm³ → 124 cm³
2012
Wet weight: 89 kg → 80 kg
2013
Wet weight: 80 kg → 89 kg; Fuel capacity: 4.8 L → 1.1 L
2015
Power: 15 hp (11 kW) → 12 hp (9 kW); Fuel capacity: 1.1 L → 4.2 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 124 cm³ | 124 cm³ | 124 cm³ | 124 cm³ | 124 cm³ | 124 cm³ |
| Power | 15 hp (11 kW) | 15 hp (11 kW) | 15 hp (11 kW) | 15 hp (11 kW) | 12 hp (9 kW) | 12 hp (9 kW) |
| Wet weight | 89 kg | 80 kg | 89 kg | 89 kg | 89 kg | 89 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 L | 4.8 L | 1.1 L | 1.1 L | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Light wet weight
At 89 kg wet, the DR-Z 125L is easier to maneuver in tight spaces than a heavier motorcycle.
High ground clearance
The 260 mm clearance helps keep the underside away from obstacles on uneven ground.
Things to consider
Kick-start only
Starting requires using the kick lever, with no electric-start backup.
Limited fuel capacity
The 4.2 L tank carries only a modest amount of fuel, so fuel stops come sooner.
Rear drum brake
The rear drum offers less braking authority than a disc brake.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
805 mm
Approx. loaded height
775 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 4.2 L at 6 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
70 km
With 10% reserve
63 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
What engine does the 2016 Suzuki DR-Z 125L have?
It has a 124 cm³, air-cooled, four-stroke single with a carburetor.
How much power does the 2016 DR-Z 125L produce?
It produces 12 hp (9 kW).
What is the seat height of the Suzuki DR-Z 125L?
The seat height is 805 mm.
How much does the 2016 DR-Z 125L weigh?
It weighs 89 kg wet and 80 kg dry.
